Returning from the Dead: His Secret Lover

Chapter 1234 An Overnight Wait

Sebastian left Aquene Temple that afternoon.

Devin had wanted to accompany him since Sebastian’s condition was far from stable.

Still, his offer was met with a firm refusal.

There were many issues to settle in Jadeborough, chief of which was Silas’ precarious ratings after Eddie’s fiasco. Without a member of the Jadeson family in the White House to show support, it would be challenging to stabilize the political climate in Jadeborough.

Plus, Sebastian needed someone to follow up on Jonathan.

Devin eventually agreed to stay behind.

“Uncle Shin, I’ll be heading off then.”

Unlike Sebastian, Devin had no qualms about calling the old monk his uncle after uncovering his true identity.

To his surprise, Shin seemed reluctant to accept his address.

“Mr. Jadeson, I am now Master Abner, and I hope that you will continue to address me as such in the future.”

Devin stared blankly at the old monk, not knowing what to say.

was palpable, and Sabrina tugged on his sleeve the moment

call him Shin, you should respect his wishes. He’s never once gone by another identity, not even with Sebastian, so

chimed in,

the end, Devin could only leave the temple with Edmund, Sabrina,

left in Jadeborough. After departing Aquene

latter was digging in happily as Devin placed the dishes on the table and

this question as a friend and classmate. Now that the situation had stabilized, Devin wanted to know if Edmund had any

government, I’ll make it happen, even if he’s some lazy,

seemed to fall

he asked, “What

the help I can get. Plus, you aren’t too shabby yourself. Our plan would never have succeeded without you, and I’d love for us to continue

brightened up immediately.

to peek at Sabrina, who

mean Mrs. Jadeson, is that what you think as

the middle of feeding

usual attire upon her

were twirled into a high bun, exposing her fair and slender neck. Decked

me about such things. If Devin wants you to do so, you had better follow his instructions. Look at yourself. If you don’t buck

“Er-”

Devin could not help but hint at his sharp-tongued

by her statement. Instead, he chuckled good-naturedly before turning his attention back to his